[Free Fix] Programmed new key but 1997 Cadillac Concourse still won’t start - code?

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Flyingmonk
Member since January 2022 • 73 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1997 Cadillac Concourse?

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1304 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Cadillac Concourse. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Urbanninja
Member • 134 posts

This just might solve my 1997 Cadillac Concourse's ignition issue.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 136 posts

This just might solve my 1997 Cadillac Concourse's ignition issue.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 124 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1997 Cadillac Concourse key code too.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 148 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1997 Cadillac Concourse.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 99 posts

Trying this out on my 1997 Cadillac Concourse today—hoping it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 106 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1997 Cadillac Concourse.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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